Blessed to be a blessing to others
Immanuel Lutheran Church, 1500 North Blissfield Hwy. Palmyra, MI 49268
150th Anniversary Stain-glass Window has arrived! It is centered in the windows by the staircase.
Immanuel Lutheran Church Council Message
IMMANUEL LUTHERAN CHURCH
1500 B. Blissfield Hwy.,
Palmyra, Michigan 49268
(517)486-3151
May 26, 2020
Dear Immanuel Family and Friends,
For almost forty years we have had the privilege and joy of Pastor Gary Leking and family walking with us here at Immanuel on our ministry and faith journey. In this our 150th anniversary year, God is calling us in new directions of ministry. Not only have we had to uncover new ways of doing ministry during this COVID-19 pandemic and new ways of connecting with our congregation and our community, we are also being called to walk a new path of leadership on our journey.
Although we rejoice with Pastor Leking as he transitions to new adventures in retirement, we are saddened to see him leave our Immanuel family. We wish nothing but the best for him and his family in their new journey.
Immanuel’s lay leadership, your Church Council, has been working with the Southeast Michigan Synod in continuing pastoral leadership during this time of transition and in beginning the call process. Pastor Leking’s last on-line sermon will be June 14, 2020. While a supply Pastor is being scheduled for the interim, Pastors Denise Russell, Ben Austin, and Jeff Goggins have offered to provide an on-line, Facebook sermon for the following three Sundays. We thank them for helping us during this transition.
Your Church Council is committed to keeping you informed of all developments as together we walk in a new direction to which God is calling us. We affirm we are called to be a blessing to others and that we are equipped for ministry through the working of the Spirit. We ask God to give us courage as we embark on new ventures.
Should you have any concerns or need the assistance of a pastor after June 15, please call any church council member and we will assist you or direct you to the proper authority. The council names and phone numbers are listed at the end of this letter for your convenience.
Help us, Lord, to remember the words of a hymn:
Great is your faithfulness!
Great is your faithfulness!
Morning by morning new mercies I see;
All I have needed your hand has provided;
Great is your faithfulness, Lord, unto me.
Yours in Christ,
Church Council of the Congregation
Blessed to be a blessing
Immanuel Lutheran Church Council Members’ Contacts
Pat Keinath 517-447-3096
Carol Fenner 517-673-8084
Butch Miller 517-403-1227
LouAnn Brazee 517-260-3239
Lisa Hand 517-304-0566
Wayne Piotter 517-673-2816
Charlene Dickerson 517-605-7925
Deb Marks 517-206-7443
Mike Schmidt 517-206-3907
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In an effort to keep all our church members informed, we are posting emails and Facebook notices. However, not everyone is connected to the internet. Information packets will be mailed to those members of our congregation so they can stay connected and aware of what is happening with our Immanuel family. If you know of anyone who needs these packets, please notify the church office or Pat Keinath, 447-3096. The first of these packets were mailed near the end of March. Please check with your family member of friend to see if they got a packet. We don't want to miss anyone. Also should you know of anyone or if you need delivery of food items contact Pat Keinath at: 517 447-3096.
Even though the church building is not being used at this time, don't forget to send your offering envelops in. We, the people, are the church, but the building still needs to be maintained.
Blessed to be a blessing,
Immanuel Lutheran Church Council
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